David Tepper had a conversation with Jim Harbaugh about his interest in becoming head coach of the Carolina Panthers.

The conversation was not characterized as an interview.

Steve Wilks has done an excellent job as interim head coach and will be a strong candidate for the job.

Harbaugh has "sincere interest'' in the Carolina job, according to FOX Sports Charlotte. Harbaugh has coached Michigan since he parted ways with the San Francisco 49ers after the 2014 season.

The Panthers fired Matt Rhule early in the season.